Bay Area Legislative Survivor: Which big California bills were shelved in ‘suspense file?’ By Alexei Koseff and Sameea Kamal | CalMatters | May 18, 2023 Bills on abortion access, climate and homelessness were among those that made the chopping block in the Legislature's twice-yearly exercise.
Business & Finance Life with Money | What the Debt Limit Might Mean for Investors By Tom Levinson | Park Piedmont Advisors | May 12, 2023 [SPONSORED] Curious, confused, or concerned about the U.S. debt ceiling? Here’s what it is—and how it might impact you.
Climate Mangoes and agave in the Central Valley? California farmers try new crops to cope with climate change By Alastair Bland | CalMatters | May 9, 2023 The future of farming in California is changing as the planet warms, altering the rain and heat patterns that guide which crops are grown where.
Bay Area Report: Regulators saw problems, but didn’t make Silicon Valley Bank fix them fast enough By Grace Gedye | CalMatters | May 8, 2023 State lawmakers will get a chance to ask questions on Wednesday when they hold an oversight hearing on Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse.
Business & Finance Life with Money | The Hidden Curriculum of Money By Corenna Roozeboom | Park Piedmont Advisor | May 5, 2023 [SPONSORED] Everything we learn about money without being taught. Unfortunately, this means we’re not always well-informed.
regional After the collapse of two California banks, what can the state do? By Grace Gedye | CalMatters | May 4, 2023 A clearer picture will emerge once the state’s regulator publishes a report, and lawmakers discuss options.
Business & Finance Life with Money | Burned Out? How Financial Guidance Can Help By Kathryn Baranoski & Tom Levinson | Park Piedmont Advisors | April 28, 2023 [SPONSORED] If burnout rings true for you, consider how you might achieve a healthier work-life balance with the help of thoughtful financial decision-making.
health California’s lowest paid health workers want a pay boost but face opposition By Ana B. Ibarra | CalMatters | April 25, 2023 Some small hospitals, already under financial pressure, say they can't afford proposed wage increases.
Business & Finance Life with Money | Market Gains Across the Board By Nick Levinson | Park Piedmont Advisors | April 21, 2023 [SPONSORED] After the large declines from 2022 in both the stock and bond markets, the first quarter of 2023 showed good news.
Business & Finance California’s farmers reeling as flooding wreaks havoc on dairy industry By Nicole Foy | CalMatters | April 17, 2023 Industry leaders are bracing for $20 billion in losses and long-term supply chain disruptions.